Just as lavender
has been cited to combat stress, so has the use of the essential oil lemon.But, just like lavender, lemon appears to be a
quite versatile oil in that it too heal manyailments. The
botanical name for lemon is Citrus limonum. Lemon is obtained by
coldexpression of the peel of the citrus limonum (or lemon
fruit).(http://www/ccdaroma.com/frag.htm). The
citrus qualities of lemon promote a psychological energy which can lead
tostress reduction. Lemon can be used to cool, refresh
and uplift the emotions and/or mind.This, leads to stress reduction. “[Lemon] clears the
head, improves concentration andmemory, helps combat depression, bitterness, irrational
fears, and mental blocks”(http://www.imm.org.pl/bird/lemon.htm).
While lemon is best known for its use in stress reduction or relaxation,
lemon canalso be used to treat a variety of different conditions
or illnesses. Lemon is said to berefreshing, stimulating and uplifting (http://www/ccdaroma.com/frag.htm).
Other sitesclaim that Lemon can be used to cure the following: corns
and warts, greasy skin, poorcirculation, varicose veins, throat infections, colds,
flu, and immune deficiencies(http://www.quickresults.com.au/aromtherapy/lemon.htm).
Lemon oil, like clary sage, isexceptionally beneficial (like all citrus oils)
in that it blends well with other herbs.Therefore a more powerful aroma can be created(http://www.quickresults.com.au/aromtherapy/lemon.htm).